A child is seen in the emergency department after being bitten by a squirrel while playing outside.Which discharge instruction to the parents is most important?
A) "Give acetaminophen (Tylenol) for pain."
B) "Have the child rest tonight."
C) "Keep the wound clean and dry."
D) "Return here in 3 days."

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This child is at risk of rabies.Because of the disease's potentially fatal course,it is imperative that the child complete the rabies vaccination series.Rabies vaccination is given on the day of exposure,and then again on days 3,7,and 14.The other instructions are not specific for this disease.

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